yurt

noun

ˈyu̇rt 

ˈyərt

: a circular domed tent of skins or felt stretched over a collapsible lattice framework and used by pastoral peoples of inner Asia

also : a structure that resembles a yurt usually in size and design

Illustration of yurt

Examples of yurt in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Insider tip All of the yurts and tents have jawdropping views. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 July 2026

Back at the lodge, learn how Mongolia’s iconic gers (yurts) are constructed before heading out for a horseback ride across the open steppe. — Undraa Buyannemekh, Travel + Leisure, 22 July 2026

Each yurt has an expansive deck with a BBQ grill and views of the lake, perfect for a romantic getaway. — Tree Meinch, Midwest Living, 11 July 2026

Each yurt has a futon and two bunk beds and can accommodate six visitors. — Nicole Blanchard, Idaho Statesman, 18 June 2026

Word History

Etymology

Russian dialect yurta, of Turkic origin; akin to Turkish yurt home

First Known Use

1876, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for yurt

• blurt
• chert
• curt
• dirt
• flirt
• girt
• hurt
• peart
• pert
• shirt
• skirt
• spurt

Kids Definition

yurt

noun

ˈyu̇(ə)rt 

: a light round tent of skins or felt used by nomads in central Asia

Etymology

from Russian yurta "a domed tent, yurt"; of Turkish origin